PCV1E820MCL2GS

The PCV1E820MCL2GS is a conductive polymer aluminum solid electrolytic surface-mount capacitor from Nichicon’s PCV series. It delivers low ESR and high ripple-current capability in a compact radial can SMD package (L: 7 × D: 8 mm), optimized for applications that require stable power filtering and long operational life.

Designed with automotive-grade reliability in mind, this part is AEC-Q200 qualified, RoHS compliant, and rated for a wide operating temperature range of −55°C to +105°C with a load life of 3000 hours at 105°C.

Key Features

• Capacitance & voltage — 82 µF nominal capacitance at a rated voltage of 25 V with ±20% tolerance.
• Low ESR — Equivalent series resistance of 47 mΩ measured at 100 kHz (20°C), supporting fast transient response and efficient power delivery.
• High ripple-current capability — 700 mA at 120 Hz (low frequency) and 1.4 A at 100 kHz (high frequency) for robust smoothing under varying load conditions.
• Long life and wide temperature range — Load life specified at 3000 hours at 105°C; operating temperature range from −55°C to +105°C.
• Package & mounting — Surface-mount, radial can (SMD) package with board land recommendation L: 8.3 × W: 8.3 mm for secure PCB integration.
• Assembly compatibility — Designed for lead-free reflow soldering with peak temperature correspondence up to 260°C.
• Automotive-grade reliability — AEC-Q200 qualified and compliant to RoHS directives (2011/65/EU, (EU)2015/863).

Typical Applications

• Automotive power electronics — Bulk filtering and decoupling in automotive power supplies where AEC-Q200 qualification and long life at elevated temperatures are required.
• DC–DC converters — Output smoothing and transient support leveraging low ESR and high ripple-current ratings for stable voltage regulation.
• On-board electronics and control modules — Energy storage and decoupling in compact SMD form factors for robust operation across −55°C to +105°C.

Unique Advantages

• Low-loss polymer chemistry: Provides low ESR (47 mΩ at 100 kHz) for improved efficiency and reduced heat generation in dense power designs.
• High ripple handling: Rated for 1.4 A at 100 kHz and 700 mA at 120 Hz, enabling reliable smoothing under high-frequency switching and variable loads.
• Long-term reliability: 3000 hours load life at 105°C supports extended service life in elevated-temperature environments.
• Automotive-ready qualification: AEC-Q200 rating and RoHS compliance make integration into automotive designs straightforward from a qualification standpoint.
• SMD radial-can convenience: Compact L: 7 × D: 8 mm package with defined land pattern simplifies PCB layout and assembly for volume production.

Why Choose PCV1E820MCL2GS?

PCV1E820MCL2GS combines conductive-polymer performance with automotive-grade qualification to deliver a compact, low-ESR, high-ripple-capable SMD capacitor suitable for demanding power-electronics applications. Its 3000-hour life at 105°C, broad operating temperature range, and reflow compatibility make it a practical choice for designs that require both durability and manufacturability.

This part is ideal for engineers specifying capacitors for automotive systems, DC–DC converters, and other on-board power electronics where reliable filtering, low loss, and long-term stability are priorities. Choosing this capacitor helps reduce thermal stress and supports consistent power delivery over the product lifecycle.

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